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Lokayan-26 is more than a training expedition; it is a floating symbol of India’s maritime heritage and diplomatic outreach. As INS Sudarshini sails across global waters, each port of call reinforces India’s vision of cooperative maritime engagement and mutual respect among nations.
The event is supported by the Presidential Foundation for Cultural Initiatives, along with the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Culture of the Russian Federation, the Embassy of the Russian Federation in India, and Sangeet Natak Akademi under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
According to an official press release issued by the Press Information Bureau, the Committee was briefed on the February 28 air strikes in Iran and the ripple effects that have led to heightened tensions, including reported attacks in several Gulf countries. The developments have raised concerns about regional stability, commercial activity, and civilian safety.
INSV Kaundinya is no ordinary naval vessel. She is a traditionally constructed stitched ship, built entirely using ancient Indian methods. Instead of modern welding and metal fastenings, wooden planks have been hand-stitched together using coir rope and sealed with natural resins — a technique once used by Indian shipwrights who sailed confidently across vast oceans centuries ago.
Under the collaboration, users will soon be able to identify nearby Aadhaar centres based on the specific services they provide, such as adult enrolment, child enrolment, or updates related to address and mobile numbers. The listing will also include important details like operating hours, parking availability, and accessibility features, including divyang-friendly infrastructure wherever applicable.
The delegation was led by Shri V. L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti. The team included officials from the department, representatives from the governments of Assam and West Bengal, and experts from WAPCOS Limited. The visit took place from February 24 to 27.
The pact aims to modernise India’s fisheries and aquaculture sector through technology-driven, sustainable practices while improving the livelihoods of coastal and fishing communities. Officials said the agreement is expected to provide a major boost to India’s Blue Economy initiatives.
At the invitation of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a State
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to undertake a State visit to Israel on February
“अतिरूपेण वा सीता अतिगर्वेण रावणः ।अतिदानाद्बलिर्बद्धो ह्यतिसर्वत्र वर्जयेत्॥” Atirūpeṇa vā Sītā, atigarveṇa Rāvaṇaḥ| Atidānād Balir
